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Are Aero Precision Upper Receivers Different?

One of the first things people ask when they hear about Aero Precision Upper Receivers is "are they made in the United States"? The simple answer is yes. In fact, all of their parts, every single one they sell on their website is proudly made in the US. The next question people ask is "are they better quality"? Yes, AERO Precision is known for tighter tolerances than some of its competitors.

Why Should You Buy an Aero Precision Upper Receiver?

Aero Precision simply builds great AR parts. Their upper receivers are machined from 7075-T6 forged aluminum to very tight mil-spec tolerances. Because they do not forge their receivers, they get their forgings from Anchor Harvey and Brass Aluminum Forging Enterprises. That is why the forge marks can vary from run to run.

While they source their forgings from the top US forges, they maintain the same strict machining procedures for their products to continue to be the leading manufacturer of top-quality products like upper receivers. They also said that while their standard receivers come with M4 feed ramps, they can and do produce special order receivers without.

Our Favorite Aero Precision Upper Receivers

Aero Precision Upper Receivers can be purchased in a few different styles. From the most basic to the more enhanced. We will take a look at the different styles, go over the details, as well as the pros and cons so you can decide which one is best for you.

Aero Precision AR 15 Stripped Upper Receivers

This is a great option for any builder who wants to put every piece together him or herself. These make a great foundation from which to build your personalized AR 15. Aero Precision offers a long lineup of choices for their stripped upper receivers.

The M4E1 Threaded Stripped Upper Receiver

Their new flagship the M4E1 Threaded Stripped Upper comes in several ways. The first consideration is if you want a forward assist integrated into the receiver or the clean lines of a receiver without a forward assist. After choosing, you then need to decide on the color. The M4E1 Threaded Upper Receivers come in an Anodized Black finish or FDE Cerakote.

You can pair them with a large selection of dust covers and forward assist assembly kits. Making your build as unique as you are. The great thing about the fit and finish of the Aero Upper Receiver is that the fun doesn’t end with just picking out your favorite parts, it’s also a pleasure to assemble as well. Start your new build with an Upper Receiver from Aero Precision:

The AR 15 XL Stripped Upper Receiver

This receiver has a few notable differences from the standard AR 15 Upper receiver. The first important difference is the size of the ejection port opening. It has been increased for use with larger bore rounds such as .458 SOCOM, .450 Bushmaster, .50 Beowulf, etc. So if you are building a larger caliber weapon this should be at the top of the list for upper receivers. It comes in both an Anodized Black finish and FDE Cerakote.

The second notable difference is the absence of integrated M4 Feed Ramps. While this should not cause alarm to most recreational builders, we feel it should be noted. This upper should still match up with a standard AR 15 Lower and can be used with smaller caliber ammunition as well as the larger type.

The AR15 Stripped Upper Receiver

The AR15 Stripped Upper Receiver is one of the most popular products sold by Aero Precision. The receiver is machined from 7075-T6 aluminum to mil-spec M16/M4 specifications and features M4 feed ramps. They are a solid and dependable match for any mil-spec lower.

These come in different styles as well. You can get them with or without an integrated forward assist and in various colors and finishes.

The AR15 Stripped Upper Receiver without a Forward Assist comes as either uncoated or coated. You can order them with a factory Anodized Black finish or FDE Cerakote finish. These are gaining popularity as the need for a forward assist is becoming less necessary.

The AR15 Stripped Upper Receiver with a Forward Assist comes in far more color variants. You can purchase the upper receiver uncoated and coated. The available factory coatings and finishes are Anodized Black and Cerakote colors including Burnt Bronze, FDE, OD Green, and Tungsten. So whatever you are looking for probably comes directly from the manufacturer.

Aero Precision AR 15 Assembled Upper Receivers

The Aero AR15 Assembled Upper Receivers come with the port door and forward assist already installed. The forward assist assembly and ejection port door or dust cover both come in standard black. But here too there are multiple considerations to consider before choosing which one is right for you. For instance, are you wanting M4 feed ramps? They are available both ways. Do you want your assembled upper receiver to be the standard mil-spec receiver, be the XL so it has a larger ejection port, have an integrated forward assist, or be an enhanced model with a one-piece design combining the handguard mounting platform with the upper receiver itself?

These come in varying Cerakote colors as well as Anodized Black, but they do not come assembled and uncoated. Be sure if you are looking for an uncoated upper receiver to shop the stripped version. Also, keep in mind you may have to remove the assembled parts if you want anything other than the standard black finish on the assembled parts.

How Important is Having a Forward Assist?

In forums and chat rooms, there has been much debate about the continued need for a forward assist on the AR 15 upper receiver. The argument being do you really want to force the bolt forward if it is stuck? The original forward assist was added to the rifle after feeding issues occurred in Vietnam. With modern AR 15 rifles, the forward assist is almost not needed. If the rifle is jammed, it should be properly cleaned and lubricated. So, deciding on which upper receiver to purchase can be much more for the overall aesthetics of the rifle rather than the necessity for a forward assist.

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